CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kate Bosworth, 39; Dax Shepard, 47; Taye Diggs, 51; Cuba Gooding Jr., 54. Happy Birthday: Look around you and initiate change. It’s up to you to surround yourself with people who contribute and pastimes that put a smile on your face and make you feel good about who you are […]
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Combative conversationalist wont tone down his approach
DEAR ABBY: My significant other is a super-nice guy, who everyone likes and gets along with — until the topics of religion, spirituality and afterlife come up. Any discussion of these subjects (whether or not it involves him) is injected with his sarcasm, hostility and sharp criticism. He refuses to be silent during the discussions […]
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Taurus: Don’t give in to someone who doesn’t have your best interest at heart
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Colin Morgan, 36; Eden Riegel, 41; Morris Chestnut, 53; Frank Langella, 84. Happy Birthday: Give yourself a once-over to see what improvements you want to make. Personal and home adjustments will give you the boost you need to start the year off with a positive frame of mind and long-term […]
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New years arrival offers chance for a fresh start
DEAR READERS: Welcome to 2022! A new year has arrived, and we leave the last one behind. As always, this new year brings with it our hopes for a new beginning. Today presents an opportunity to discard destructive old habits for healthy new ones, and with that in mind, I will share Dear Abby’s often-requested […]
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How to decide among COVID-19 booster options
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 65-year-old man in good health. In March 2021 I received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. I understand I am eligible to receive a booster. I also understand that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says I may receive any of the three vaccines, but that they do not […]
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Aries:Plan to get involved in groups or organizations that interest you and you’ll discover a way to use your talents
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joey McIntyre, 49; Val Kilmer, 62; Bebe Neuwirth, 63; Anthony Hopkins, 84. Happy Birthday: Take the necessary steps to bring about positive change. It’s up to you to make things happen, so stop waiting for someone to do the legwork for you. Use your ingenuity to find a unique way […]
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Dinner and drinks makes teetotaler uneasy
DEAR ABBY: My husband, “Dan,” and I do not consume alcohol, mostly because of our family history. Several years ago while Dan was at a work event, a consultant, “Ken,” took him and some co-workers out for dinner. Ken ordered a bottle of wine for the table. Not wanting to cause a scene, my husband […]
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For older people at risk, statins still make sense
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 79-year-old woman in good physical condition — a gardener and lap swimmer. The only medication I take is vitamin D. My cholesterol readings for the past few years have shown a total cholesterol of about 200, with HDL 77 and LDL of 105. Is this normal for me? My […]
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Pisces: Don’t hesitate to let your intuition lead the way. Unleash your creativity
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Eliza Dushku, 41; Tyrese Gibson, 43; Laila Ali, 44; Meredith Vieira, 68. Happy Birthday: Surround yourself with individuals who bring value to your life and contribute to your mental, physical and emotional well-being. Your happiness is dependent on the decisions you make. Don’t be afraid to do things differently or […]
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Young woman’s temper has siblings on edge
DEAR ABBY: I have a younger sister I love dearly. I respect and admire her. “Elise” is intelligent and talented. She is a minister’s wife and a mother to small children. Due to some unfortunate family circumstances when she was young, she has some emotional scars she’s trying to overcome. Sometimes at family gatherings she’ll […]